National Trails Day

6/4/2022 | Washington State Park | De Soto, MO

Come out to Washington State Park on Saturday, June 4, to celebrate National Trails Day by participating in the following fun and informative activities.

Senior Stroll – 2 p.m. at Thunderbird Lodge

Join park staff for a senior stroll! We will take a leisurely hike on the base of 1,000 Steps Trail, starting at the Thunderbird Lodge. Enjoy the slowed-down pace of this walk, as staff members point out the natural and cultural features of the Big River Day-Use Area. This activity is open to everyone, not just seniors. The trail has a natural surface, but is mostly flat, and is about 0.5 mile in length.

Petroglyph Tour – 4 p.m. at Petroglyph Site

Washington State Park staff will offer a tour of the petroglyphs – the park's history carved in stone! Learn about the Mississippian-era carvings, the culture and community that created them, and possible interpretations of the carvings. Enjoy a short walk on a covered walkway with interpretive panels highlighting the cultural features.

Hiking Safety and Night Hike – 7 p.m. at Campground Amphitheater

Park staff will present on the tips and tricks needed to hike safely at the Campground Amphitheater. Afterward, there will be a short night hike in the campground to practice the hiking safety tips.

Click here to read the news release.

Event Time: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.

This event is being held in conjunction with American Hiking Society's National Trails Day initiative. For more information about National Trails Day and to see other events being held in Missouri State Parks, click here.

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